Richardson will undergo left knee surgery next week and has been told that recovery time following surgery will be between six and nine months, according to the report.

Jason Richardson is out the remainder of the season because of a knee injury. The Sixers guard will have left knee surgery. (AP Photo)

Richardson last played on Jan. 18, a day after getting his knee drained.

He has played in 33 games this season, averaging 10.5 points per game for the 76ers.

Philadelphia acquired Richardson over the summer as part of the four-team trade between the 76ers, Lakers, Magic and Nuggets that sent center Dwight Howard to Los Angeles and forward Andre Iguodala to Denver. The 76ers also acquired center Andrew Bynum in the deal, but he has yet to play for the team due to a knee injury.